“And what happened to the other accompllices?”
“All arrested. Ortega, his people at the IRS, the real estate agents, the appraisers, the entire network has been dismantled.”
“How many years are they facing?”
“Many. The court will decide. And the damages, all assets are frozen. The victim families will receive full compensation.”
A week later, the hearing for the divorce of Emily and Ethan was held. The process took half an hour. Given the circumstances, the court saw no reason to maintain the marriage.
Leaving the courthouse, Emily felt light. A dark chapter of her life had ended. Ahead, a new beginning.
Victor Serrano had also divorced. Pamela signed all the documents without resistance. She was sentenced to 3 years thanks to her cooperation with the investigation. She decided to have the child.
Six months passed since Ethan’s arrest. Emily’s life changed completely. She received her aunt’s inheritance, sold the apartment, and bought a large house in a subdivision outside of New York, a quiet place with a garden where Noah, now five, could play.
She worked in a small private clinic, good income, flexible hours. She had enough time for her son.